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Kevin

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Kevin

BS
Kevin's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level

Writing efficient SQL queries requires thinking in sets, not loops — a mental shift that trips up even experienced programmers. Kevin's background in computer science and data mining means he can teach everything from basic SELECT statements and JOINs to subqueries and aggregation, connecting each c...

Education

Stanford University

BS

Joseph

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Joseph

Master's/Graduate
Joseph's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
AP Calculus AB
Statistics Graduate Level
Pre-Algebra

I'm passionate about helping students because I believe everyone deserves the tools and preparation to build a brighter future. Education isn't just about learning facts, it's about discovering your potential, and I love being part of that journey. I've worked with students from all levels, from ...

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Yonsei University

Master's/Graduate

Lehigh University

Bachelor

Jian

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jian

Master's/Graduate
Jian's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra
Trigonometry
Statistics

Hi! I'm Lance, a recent graduate with a Master's degree in Business Analytics from Duke University and a Bachelor's degree in Joint Mathematics-Economics from the University of California, San Diego. With a strong background in mathematics and extensive experience as a long-time volunteer at the Boy...

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Duke University

Master's/Graduate

University of California-San Diego

Bachelor

Samuel

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Samuel

BS
Samuel's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Middle School Math
Algebra
Elementary School Math

I am a graduate of Brown University who tutors high school students via Skype or in person in the SATs, PSATs, and/or the SAT Math 2 Subject Test. I had a wonderful tutor for the SATs and for the SAT Math 2 Tests, so I understand how the standardized test tutoring process can be productive, fun, an...

Education

Brown University

BS

Tyler

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Tyler

Master's/Graduate
Tyler's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Statistics
Middle School Math
Algebra

With a strong background in STEM education and administration, I am passionate about helping students achieve academic success through personalized learning. My experience as a high school STEM teacher has allowed me to guide students in subjects such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, re...

Education

Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Master's/Graduate

Ignatius

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Ignatius

Bachelor's
Ignatius's other Tutor Subjects
10th-12th Grade AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
Trigonometry
Pre-Calculus

I'm passionate about helping students build confidence in math and approach standardized tests with a clear game plan. With 3 years of tutoring experience, I specialize in SAT/ACT prep and math by breaking down tough concepts into simple, repeatable steps. My goal is to help students improve accurac...

Education

University

Bachelor's

Jay

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Jay

MS
Jay's other Tutor Subjects
AP Statistics
Pre-Algebra
College Algebra
Pre-Calculus

My name is Jay Mulani and I hold a Master's degree in Computer Science from Dalhousie University, Canada, with industry experience in aerospace and legal discovery software, where I applied advanced mathematics, physics, and analytical problem-solving to real-world challenges. With 3+ years of tuto...

Education

Dalhousie University

MS

Parampal

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Parampal

MS
Parampal's other Tutor Subjects
Pre-Algebra
Pre-Calculus
Middle School Math
Geometry

I am an experienced Mathematics teacher and have been teaching for the past 5 years. I am a certified Microsoft Developer and did my Master's (Computer Science) at Dalhousie University Canada. I love to work with individuals and explain problems by breaking them into smaller ones. I am an enthusias...

Education

Dalhousie University

MS

Prashanti

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Prashanti

MS
Prashanti's other Tutor Subjects
Applied Mathematics
Pre-Algebra
Finite Mathematics
Competition Math

Writing a SELECT statement is easy; writing a query that joins five tables, filters on aggregated results with HAVING, and runs efficiently on a large dataset is a different skill entirely. Prashanti's Computer Science research involved wrangling real data sets, so she teaches SQL as a thinking tool...

Education

University of Windsor

MS

Anindya

Certified Tutor

2+ years

Anindya

MS
Anindya's other Tutor Subjects
AP Calculus BC
AP Calculus AB
Pre-Algebra
Linear Algebra

I am a doctoral candidate at the University of Calgary, Canada. I received my Master of Science in chemical engineering with focus on modelling complex materials in 2016. During graduate school, I have acted as a teaching assistant (TA) extensively, teaching a very wide variety of courses to studen...

Education

University of Waterloo

MS

west bengal university of technology

MS

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Adam

ESL/ELL Tutor • +29 Subjects

Ancora Imparo. The recent years have illustrated just how important this attitude is. Of accepting that no person, even given our extended lifetimes, can ever master every discipline. That there is wisdom in seeking to improve, but folly in expecting domination of any field of knowledge. The very best and wisest of us have survived the past two years not only due to cunning or intelligence, but adaptability and flexibility. And although I have been involved with teaching since 2013 and tutoring since 2001, it was not until 2018 that I began to experiment with online teaching of one-on-one clients via Skype, experiments that helped me to be ready and adaptable when my entire industry needed to entertain the shift in February of 2020. Ancora Imparo. Still, I am learning. Life will teach you new things, if you first agree that new perspectives are possible. A mind functions best when it's open to new ideas.

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James

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +60 Subjects

My name is James Talbott, I have a mathematical and computer science background from Georgia Tech. I graduated in 2021. I've tutored the last year or so, and I can teach most math topics. I would say I specialize in SAT/ACT .. I enjoy trying to help the student's score go up via genuine understanding.

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Alexandre

Applied Mathematics Tutor • +69 Subjects

Hi! I'm Alexandre, I am a Machine Learning Engineer, so I write code to make AI do all sorts of stuff everyday. I have degrees in Applied Mathematics and Computer Science so if curious about how an area of math is useful in the real world I'd be happy to give a list of examples!

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Dwight

AP Calculus AB Tutor • +46 Subjects

I am a graduate of the University of Missouri at Columbia, where I earned first my Bachelor's and then (some time later) Master's of Science in Mathematics with an emphasis on physics and the theory of computation. The latter degree was a necessary precursor to my next career where my workplace was the classroom: I don't believe in the importance of education because I teach; I became a teacher because I believe in the importance of education. Especially when trying to make informed decisions, as I came to realize in my first career as a data analyst. This I passionately believe; doubly so in matters where a certain fluency in the language of numbers is demanded.

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Travers

Pre-Algebra Tutor • +37 Subjects

I've worked as a tutor on/off for the past 15 years. I started my tutoring my mother's students while in elementary school and later worked as teacher's assistant in college and a tutor for an after- school program in Poughkeepsie. On the side, I've worked as a private tutor for undergraduate and graduate students since graduating from college. I love to teach and I hope to eventually become a professor! In my professional life I have worked as a Data Scientist and Data Analyst for the past six years. I use R, SQL, Python, Tableau, JavaScript visualizations, and Looker to build data pipelines and provide quantitative insights.

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Alliyah

AP Statistics Tutor • +111 Subjects

I'm a Harvard Senior studying computer science and neuroscience. I have over 10 years of experience tutoring and have also worked at top tech and research companies (IBM, SpaceX, Kempner Institute, etc.). I'm really passionate about making learning fun! I hope that sessions with me will make the material not just understandable but also enjoyable and applicable. I like incorporating technology, hands-on activities, and real-world applications into my STEM-based tutoring subjects. As a tutor, I specialize in Algebra (Algebra 1 and 2), Calculus (1, 2, and 3), Computer Science (Python, Java, Web Development), PSAT, and neuroscience/neurobiology.

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Anita

Writing Tutor • +20 Subjects

I am a professional web developer with 15+ years experience with back-end development (Java, PHP, C#, .Net, REST API), database design/development (SQL, MYSQL, SQL Server) as well as front end development (CSS, HTML, XML, JavaScript, JQuery). I double majored in English and Computer Science and have an M.A. in English literature where I taught freshman writing seminars and assisted students in writing academic papers. I currently teach Introductory classes in HTML/CSS, JavaScript, WordPress, Mobile Design and Programming concepts with TechGirlz and adapted the TechGirlz Intro to SQL/Database curriculum for an adult curriculum.

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Conrad

AP Calculus BC Tutor • +77 Subjects

I believe every person has potential, which must be drawn out of them. With over 4 years of leading workshops, being a Teaching Assistant and creating curriculum, and nearly two years of private tutoring, I know how to help students and people of all ages easily understand concepts in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Having graduated from Vanderbilt University with a Bachelors degree in Engineering Science, I know how to move from not understanding a subject to understanding it well. The subjects I tutor include: - Math (Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus**, Calculus 1**, Calculus 2** and Statistics**) - Computer Science (AP CSP / AP Comp SciA, Python, ReactJS/JavaScript, HTML/CSS, Powershell/Bash Scripting) - Science (Physics**) ** - tutor subject at high school/AP/college level My teaching style includes completely modeling a problem on the board. Then, I would guide a student through solving a problem before having them solve it independently.

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Mavin

12th Grade math Tutor • +47 Subjects

I've been tutoring for four years and genuinely love helping students succeed. I'm passionate about all areas of math, but I'm especially interested in how students learn best. With over 1,500 students tutored across different platforms and in person, I've developed strategies that work for different learning styles. I look forward to working with you!

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Johnathan

Applied Mathematics Tutor • +49 Subjects

I am passionate about helping students because have a zeal for the subject areas themselves. I am a Data Advocate, which makes me an advocate for all things that relate to the understanding, processing and proficiency in the "data space". This includes, but is not limited to, Math, Computer Programing and general problem solving. I have worked with students of all levels of knowledge and age groups. I use my personal experiences to develop positive working relationships with each individual student. I received my B.S. in Operations Research from the US Air Force Academy. I received my M.S. in Business Analytics from the American University. In the future I intend to purse a PhD in a field of Math or Analytics. My teaching philosophy and tutoring style are pretty similar in the sense that I try to provide multiple ways to come to the same answer. I also try to use relatable analogies specific to the student's interest. Inherent in that, is that I have to develop knowledge and a relationship with the student(s). Outside of academia, I have interests in Card & Board Games, Music, Sports and spending time with family.

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SQL builds critical thinking and problem-solving skills that apply across academics and careers. A strong foundation in SQL opens doors to advanced coursework and prepares students for standardized tests.

Many students find that success in SQL boosts their confidence in related subjects too.

Common challenges include gaps from earlier material, difficulty with specific concepts, and trouble applying what's learned to new problems. These issues compound quickly in SQL because topics build on each other.

A tutor identifies exactly where you're stuck, fills in gaps, and gives you targeted practice until the concepts click. That 1-on-1 attention makes a big difference.

Look for someone with strong SQL knowledge who can explain concepts in multiple ways until you understand. Patience and the ability to adapt to your learning style matter as much as expertise.

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For students who are struggling, stuck, or want to excel, tutoring often pays off in better grades, stronger test scores, and reduced stress. The 1-on-1 format lets you move at your own pace and focus on what you actually need.

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Your tutor can recommend a schedule based on your goals and timeline.

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Your tutor will assess where you are, discuss your goals, and start working on areas where you need the most help. Many students bring current homework or upcoming test material to focus on.

By the end of the session, you'll have a plan for moving forward and a sense of how your tutor approaches teaching SQL.

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